Question

why do solids liquids and gas have different properties related to shape and volume

Answer 1

Answer:

1) Lattice structure

2) Cohesive forces between their molecules.

Explanation:

Solids, liquids and gases are different mainly because of their lattice arrangements and the cohesive forces between the molecules.

1) Solids — Solid molecules are closely packed together and the cohesive forces between their molecules are strong. Therefore solids cannot flow.

2) Liquids — Liquid molecules are farther apart compared to solid molecules. The cohesive forces between liquid molecules are also weaker compared to solids therefore liquids flow.

3) Gases — Gas molecules are farther apart compared to solid and liquid molecules. The cohesive forces between their molecules are also very weak. This gives gases their property to flow and compressibility.

Answer 2

Explanation:

solids, liquids and gases have different properties as their intermolecular Rrangement and the force between the molecules are all different.